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2nd Ave Deli

Jewish Restaurant, Deli, and Kosher Restaurant$$$$

Rose Hill, New York

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2nd Ave Deli

8.4^/10

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Ranked #2 for pastrami sandwiches in New York
The experts at Eater and Food Network recommend this place
"Matzo Ball soup is fun - love that they pour it for you!"(42 Tips)
"Delicious, coma-inducing pastrami sandwich and matzoh ball soup."(32 Tips)
"Pastrami on rye, Dr. Brown's Cel-Ray, knishes... heaven!"(9 Tips)
"Best chopped liver on the galaxy"(7 Tips)

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Emily WilsonDecember 15, 2015
A truly classic NYC institution. The most Jewish of Jewish delis you'll find. It's not the same as it was when it was downtown on 2nd Ave, but the food is still pretty damn good.
EddieOctober 16, 2014
I like the guy behind the counter here he's always fast to make a fast joke to put a smile on your face. I like the area in Manhattan so I come here a few times a month when I go to my doctors appt.
Upvoted Jan 21
SageOctober 4, 2014
Been here 10+ times
I always get the same thing- pastrami on rye with mustard and a Dr. Brown's Cel-Ray soda. I am never disappointed. Chicken soup with kreplach and potato pancakes are also good.
EaterSeptember 12, 2017
My colleague will argue a better pastrami sandwich is to be had at Katz's, but I'll politely disagree — 2nd Avenue's pastrami sandwich is the real cured meat champion. Read more
Molly LeAugust 19, 2021
Get the pastrami Reuben toasted. It is out of this world. The pastrami is melt in your mouth, perfectly seasoned, not good salty. The cole slaw it came with was good too, what a nice surprise.
Nancy TagJuly 4, 2019
Still the best pastrami sandwich in NYC — or anywhere. Excellent matzah ball soup. Expensive but the real deal.
Stephanie KuoOctober 20, 2014
Best Jewish Deli in NY, Bubbe-approved. Nosh on Matzoh Ball Soup, Hot Pastrami, Pickles, and Chopped Liver schmear, then wash down the kosher feast with a shot of Chocolate Egg Cream!
Brett FrommeNovember 16, 2015
Great classic NYC deli food. The best half-sour pickles in Manhattan. Can't go wrong with the Corned beef or pastrami. Great matzoh ball soup!
Sam GilApril 3, 2016
Triple decker sandwich. Something like pastrami corn beef and salami. Biggest sandwich I'd had and enjoyed it more than Katz. Moister and loved that it came with quality mustard.
Alex RainertFebruary 26, 2016
Great traditional deli with an amazing array of choices. That said, you can't go wrong with a classic pastrami, rye, cole slaw and mustard.
Chris CooksonAugust 25, 2015
Fantastic spot! I'd recommend the half sandwich and Matzah Ball soup combo. Pastrami sandwiches here are huge so the portion won't be a problem. The meat's delicate, wonderful texture, hardly any fat!
Chefs FeedOctober 2, 2015
"In my personal opinion, this half sandwich of beef tongue and matzo ball soup is the best representation of a New York classic." Chef Jonathan Benno Read more
JasonMarch 21, 2015
Been here 5+ times
One sandwich feeds two people. Matzo Ball soup is fun - love that they pour it for you!
Barry BloomDecember 27, 2015
There are very few delis left in NY, perish the thought. The Carnegie is closed -- for now. This is kosher with great sour pickles and health slaw on the table. Turkey, corn beef sandwiches to die 4.
Douglas EllimanJuly 17, 2014
An authentic kosher deli that has remained consistent since 1954- great for catering events or just strolling in for the best Challah and Rye. We love getting our pastrami fix here!
First We FeastAugust 3, 2014
Order the matzo ball soup to start—known in these parts as Jewish penicillin—and you will receive a supremely fluffy matzo ball accompanied by a clean, clear chicken broth. Read more
J LAugust 16, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Classic NY deli with terrific pastrami sandwich and matzoh ball soup. Fav cold cut sandwich is the tongue. Get the fatty portion and you will not regret it.
M SilbersteinApril 12, 2012
Big sandwiches, large matzo balls. Good service. Less expensive compared to Deli places on 7th. Bring a hefty appetite. Pickle heaven. (3 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Katherine M.April 28, 2014
My friend Adam says, "Katz’s is iconic, but the food there is second fiddle in my opinion. 2nd Ave for the classics, like Matzoh Ball Soup, Blintzes, Potato Pancakes, Pastrami Sandwich."
Food NetworkOctober 2, 2014
This kosher delicatessen is a NYC institution. Cold-cut sandwiches come stacked and favorites like blintzes, knishes and potato pancakes taste just like Mom's. Read more
Josef SzottenFebruary 6, 2016
Get the hot pastrami triple decker. Don't fret if you can finish it. That's what doggy bags were made for.
Alex RobertsonMarch 1, 2017
lovely date with my sweet girlfriend. Pastrami sandwich, matzo ball soup, nice setting!!
The Corcoran GroupJanuary 7, 2011
A perfect lunch to split for two – the best Matzoh Ball Soup in the city, followed by Pastrami on Rye and pickles on the side.
diane woodMarch 23, 2018
great service and do yourself a favor and let the wait staff tell you what is best for the day. Corned beef was outstanding!
Rob AtkinsonMay 7, 2016
The sandwiches are huge but delicious. Combos are fine but don't over think it - pastrami or brisket sandwiches on their own are delicious
MarcMarch 9, 2015
Been here 5+ times
“ever-popular pastrami & even better corned beef... mushroom-barley soup... Sabbath stew cholent... the chicken in the pot… toss some gribenes on your chopped liver” – GS: http://tinyurl.com/m8jpzn3
CompassMay 2, 2014
The landmark Jewish deli serves classic matzo ball soup, pastrami sandwiches, and potato pancakes to loyal New Yorkers and tourists alike.
Alex FishMarch 25, 2015
Pastrami was a bit dry, but a great experience as always. Matzoh ball soup is a must
Joseph HuppertJanuary 7, 2017
Expensive, but fabulous. Parking is a hassle. Great matzah ball soup , while I'm not big on chopped liver , theirs is delicious.
BravoJanuary 26, 2010
As far as I am concerned, it is the best Jewish deli in New York. My order never changes: piping hot matzoh ball soup, pastrami on rye, extra mustard, extra (full sour) pickles on the side, black cher
Tatiana GaborAugust 3, 2015
They are bit pricey, but they do have the best matzo ball soup in NYC and their chopped liver is kind of amazing.
Michael MuseAugust 16, 2014
The best Corned Beef sandwich of any of NYC's amazing delis. Make sure they bring you some russian dressing.
Anna KhanDecember 18, 2013
Pastrami sandwich is incredible w some mustard on the side. Matza soup is the best I have had. V friendly service too.
Garett PressDecember 23, 2013
Yet another vote for best matzah ball soup (try a kreplach as well!) plus great pastrami, pickles, and more. Quality Jew food, but pricey.
Ariel USeptember 29, 2010
Hands down the best deli in NY - friendly service, great food and most of all its authentic. Don't waste your time anywhere else, especially Carnegie - yuck!
Roy ZawadzkiDecember 23, 2014
Great food. The pastrami and hot brisket are both very good. Service was friendly.
Nat HarwardDecember 10, 2013
Matzoh Ball Soup: "This perfect soup can cure your cold, warm up your toes, mend your broken heart, and still leave room for a sandwich." Read more
Grace S.October 8, 2015
Best matzo ball soup I've had to date! Texture and consistency is perfect and not too dense.
Carine SpiraMarch 5, 2017
Every time I go to New York it's my mandatory stop. Nothing beats their pastrami sandwich and the sass of the staff!
Rock RainesOctober 15, 2019
Probably neck and neck with Sarges. Maybe their matzah ball soup puts them over the edge. But then their latkes are so bad it puts them in a tier below
Shaya KlechevskyNovember 17, 2011
Their matzoh ball or mushroom barley soup is always unreal. my favorite is their triple Decker sandwich #3, substitute the salami with pastrami. Amazing!!
Daniel BarnettNovember 30, 2014
Another great Murray Hill classic NY deli although this version is a shell of what it used to be. And when it was actually on 2nd Avenue. But go here and eat well.
Lou FoxNovember 13, 2012
My favorite dish is chicken in a pot. Chicken, matzo balls, carrots noodles and you get to keep an awesome jar
Huseyin CaglarApril 17, 2016
hot pastrami sandviç nefis.. food network food wars'ı bileğinin hakkıyla kazanmış belli.. turşu da harika..
Sam WinnickMarch 24, 2015
Pastrami on a hero is the way to go (extra lean) potato knish also so delish!
Nathan SampimonSeptember 29, 2014
Been here 5+ times
The pastrami sandwich was other-worldly. This place is a must-try affair #nyc
David VelApril 9, 2018
Pastrami sandwich and the chopped liver 😍
Phillip GoldsteinDecember 1, 2011
my favorite restaurant if i could buy a plane ticket once a month to go and eat at 2nd ave deli i would the food is mouth watering
clive kornitzerJanuary 7, 2019
Just what we wanted proper kosher deli had all the required food items a must
Eli AbOctober 31, 2019
Delicious food-Is it really kosher, or kosher style?

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